How to Register a Domain on Squarespace: Step-by-Step Guide
Squarespace domain registration allows you to purchase and manage domain names for your website. Here's a comprehensive guide on how to register a domain through Squarespace.
Domain Registration Options:
- Available on all test sites and most paid plans (except Mobile Start)
- Free domain included with annual billing plan for first year
- Multiple domains can be registered at advertised prices
- Pricing varies by top-level domain (TLD)
Available ccTLDs include domains for Australia (.au), Canada (.ca), European Union (.eu), United Kingdom (.co.uk), United States (.us), and many others.
Registration Process:
- Find Your Domain
- Open domain dashboard
- Click "Get a domain"
- Search for desired domain name
- Review available options marked as Free, Priced, or Unavailable
- Add to Cart
- Click shopping cart icon next to desired domains
- Review selections in Domain drop-down menu
- Click Checkout when ready
- Choose Registration Period
- Select duration from dropdown menu
- Options vary by TLD
- Enter Contact Information
- Provide owner details
- Information remains private through included domain privacy
- Complete Purchase
- Review selections
- Accept Terms of Service
- Confirm and buy
Important Follow-up Steps:
- Email Verification
- Verify within 15 days to avoid suspension
- Check email from [email protected]
- Click verification link
- Processing Time
- Most domains ready within 1 hour
- Can take up to 72 hours
- Status shows as "Pending" until ready
Key Information:
- Free domains renew at $20 after first year
- Domains can be renamed within first 5 days
- Includes domain privacy protection
- Can be transferred after 60 days
- Includes both www and non-www versions
For registration issues:
- Check billing information
- Verify domain naming requirements
- Contact support for specific errors
- Try different browser for confirmation links
Remember to verify your email within 15 days of registration to keep your domain active. Keep your contact information current for important notifications about your domain.
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